Side-Address

Microphone Comparison

Specifications

Overview

Large diaphragm, side-address condenser microphones have

long been known for their exceptional sound quality and
frequency response. Shure has continued to expand the
portfolio to provide large diaphragm, side-address condenser
microphones for the stage as well as the studio. Each
microphone is manufactured at exacting quality standards to
provide consistent sound and legendary Shure durability.

Features

PG27

Product Line Description

PG42

SM27

Beta 27

Accessible Shure microphones for elevating sound quality at gigs,

rehearsal and in-home recording.

Industry-standard professional
microphones for daily touring, club
and studio performances.

Application-specific microphones
engineered for reproduction of
fine details in demanding acoustic
environments.

Recommended Uses

Multi-Purpose

Vocal, Speech, Voice-Over

Multi-Purpose

Instrument, Studio Vocals

Sound Description

Natural response. Big and round.

Voice-tailored frequency response.

Controlled and tight low-end and
accentuated hi-mids.

Tailored, natural response. Bright

and open.

Flat and neutral.

Color

Black Matte

Gray

Charcoal Gray

Blue Metallic

Pattern

Cardioid

Cardioid

Cardioid

Supercardioid

Frequency Response

20 to 20,000 Hz

20 to 20,000 Hz

20 to 20,000 Hz

20 to 20,000 Hz

Diaphragm Material / Size

Unique diaphragm to competition.

6 microns, 1.1" diameter

Unique diaphragm to competition.

6 microns, 1.1" diameter

1" diameter ultra-thin 24 karat

gold-layered Mylar diaphragm,
2.5 microns thin

1" diameter ultra-thin 24 karat

gold-layered Mylar diaphragm,
2.5 microns thin

Externally Biased

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Dynamic Range

112 dB

112 dB

128.5 dB

131 dB

Max SPL (2500 load)

134 dB (pad off) 154 dB (pad on)

130 dB (pad off) 145 dB (pad on)

138 dB (pad off) 153 dB (pad on)

140 db (pad off) 154 dB (pad on)

Pad Switch

20 dB

15 dB

15 dB

15 dB

Low Frequency Filter

Cut

Flat, Cut, Roll-off

Flat, Cut, Roll-off

Sensitivity

-41 dBV/Pa

-35 dBV/Pa

-37 dBV/Pa

-37 dBV/PA

Self-Noise

22 dB SPL, A-weighted

18 dB, SPL, A-weighted

9.5 dB SPL, A-weighted

8.5 dB SPL, A-weighted

Signal-To-Noise Ratio

72 dB

76 dB

84.5 dB

84.5 dB

Top Features

Pro-quality multi-purpose mic

at a great value
Unique 1.1" diameter, 6 microns
diaphragm for better sound
response
Available USB model for
Plug and Play Connectivity

Pro-quality vocal mic at a

great value
Tailored response specifically
tuned for vocals
High pass filter for increased
functionality
Unique 1.1" diameter, 6 microns
diaphragm for better sound
response
Available USB model for
Plug and Play Connectivity

Multi-purpose workhorse
3 position switch for increased
functionality
Equally suited for stage or studio
Low self-noise
Integral 3-stage pop filter
Detailed

Only supercardioid large

diaphragm side-address mic
optimized for stage
Neutral, flat frequency response
Extremely low self-noise
Better rejection and
gain-before-feedback
Integral 3-stage pop filter

Included Accessories

Stand Adapter and Zippered Pouch

Shock Mount and Carrying Case

Shock Mount and Velveteen Pouch

Stand Adapter and Padded,

Zippered Carrying Bag

Selling Story

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